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NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN TOURISM AND TRAVEL

LEVEL

05

This diploma-level programme is structured to provide a business management view of New Zealand’s travel and tourism industry. This course emphasises identifying opportunities and communication skills for future leaders of the industry.

COURSE LENGTH

40

WEEKS

30 HOURS PER WEEK

9AM - 4PM    I   MONDAY - THURSDAY

FRIDAY - Directed self study

FEES

FREE

STUDY

All our courses are eligible for Fees Free study. Check here if you are eligible.

COURSE OUTLINE

This diploma-level course provides a broad overview of the NZ tourism industry. Emphasis is placed on developing strong business and workplace management, as well as communication skills, allowing graduates to become leaders of the industry. Graduates will have excellent knowledge of tourism operations, these include business systems, commercial aviation, finance and budgeting, trends in the tourism environment and understand market changes in the industry.

Course Delivery Method:

Face to face in a classroom setting, with elements of blended online learning.

Upcoming Intakes

2023 COURSE DATES

29 May 2023 - 31 May 2024

17 Jul 2023 - 5 Jul 2024

21 Aug 2023 - 23 Aug 2024

9 Oct 2023 - 27 Sep 2024

6 Feb - 20 Dec 2024

11 Mar 2024 - 7 Mar 2025

29 Apr 2024 - 11 Apr 2025

4 Jun 2024 - 30 May 2025

21 Jul 2024 - 27 Jun 2025

26 Aug 2024 - 15 Aug 2025

14 Oct 2024 - 19 Sep 2025

TERM BREAKS

3 Jul - 14 Jul 2023

25 Sep - 6 Oct 2023

14 Apr - 26 Apr 2024

7 Jul - 20 Jul 2024

30 Sep -11 Oct 2024

SUMMER BREAK

18 Dec 2023 – 5 Feb 2024

23 Dec 2024 – 3 Feb 2025

entry requirements

Domestic Student

  • Have Tourism Level 4 or NCEA Level 3 or at least 12 months’ work experience in a Travel or Tourism business

  • Special circumstances considered at discretion of Department Head

  • Demonstrate appropriate literacy and numeracy levels

International student

  • 18 years of age or older at course start date 

  • IELTS (Academic) 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 (or NZQA approved equivalent) 

  • 3  years secondary school education or equivalent work experience

COURSE TRIPS

All Crown programmes include trips to relevant sites and destinations. These educational visits will allow you to interact with professionals in the industry and observe the work in the real work environment.

· Hobbiton

The course consists of 8 modules, which cover:

Effective communication in Travel & Tourism

NZ tourism sector, region-by-region

Trends in the international tourism environment

Tourism venture improvements

Finance and budgeting

Commercial aviation

Workplace management and personal work ethics

Business systems development

Students are assessed through a mixture of written assessments, presentations and practical role plays. 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE (OPTIONAL):

• Crown Certificate in Cabin Crew
• Blue Lagoon Cruises Certificate
• Pure New Zealand Specialist Certificate
• Hawaii Tourism Certificate
• Hong Kong Specialist Certificate
• Tiare Tahiti Specialist Certificate
• Pierre & Vacances Expert in Mountains in France Diploma
• Online Travel Training (OTT) courses

Study & Work Programme

Study & Work is an optional service available to students

Study & Work has been designed with the help of employers, recruitment agents, school teachers and careers advisors.

• You will learn the skills needed by the companies who will hire you after you graduate.
• You work and earn money during your course.
• You attend Study & Work alongside your travel & tourism, hospitality or business course.

What is included with Study & Work:

• Free professional training in employment skills and customer service from Function Staff, our Study and Work partners.
• Paid part-time employment with Function Staff during your course.
• Free 1-1 CV preparation, career advice and interview skills with Crown’s employment team.
• A standard reference will be included at the end of your program.

INTERNATIONAL FEES

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CAREER OPTIONS

Employment
Pathways

Find more employment
options at CareersNZ

A qualification in this course can lead to great jobs such as:

Marketing & Promotions Coordinator

Travel & Trade Coordinator

Tourism Operations Supervisor

Business Development Coordinator

Further STudy

If you successfully complete this course you may wish to continue your studies at degree level. You may be eligible for credits toward further study. Please ask us for details.